Suzuki LT-F500F 2002, Service Manual

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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 8-13
• Disassembly the starter motor, as shown.
STARTER MOTOR INSPECTION
CARBON BRUSHES
Inspect the carbon brushes for abnormal wear, cracks, or
smoothness in the brush holder.
If any damages are found, replace the brush assembly with a
new one.
COMMUTATOR
Inspect the commutator for discoloration, abnormal wear or
undercut
A
.
If abnormal wear is found, replace the armature with a new one.
If the commutator surface is discolored, polish it with #400 sand-
paper and wipe it using a clean, dry cloth.
If there is no undercut, scrape out the insulator
1
with a saw
blade.
ARMATURE COIL INSPECTION
Check for continuity between each segment and between each
segment and the armature shaft using the multi circuit tester.
If there is no continuity between the segments or there is conti-
nuity between the segments and shaft, replace the armature
with a new one.
#
09900-25008: Multi circuit tester set
,
Tester knob indication: Continuity test (
-
)
Housing end (outside)
Brush holder
Brush spring
O-ring
Brush terminal set
Starter motor case
Washer set
Armature
Washer set
Housing end (inside)
O-ring